Amalgamated Bank (AMAL)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
AMAL
Amalgamated Bank
$47.87
-1.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.45B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$11.45
+3.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $136.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 1419637% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $333.86M). AMAL leads profitability with a 34.0% profit margin vs 29.1%. AMAL trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
AMAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAL
The strongest argument for AMAL centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.0% and operating margin at 50.8%. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAL
The primary concerns for AMAL are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amalgamated Bank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Amalgamated Finance Corporation The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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